Question

Which hormone converts glycogen into glucose?

• A. Oxytocin
• B. Glucagon
• C. Insulin
• D. Oestrogen

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Glucagon

The correct option is B.

Explanation for the correct option:

1. Glucagon balances the act of Insulin
2. It causes the liver to convert glycogen into glucose when energy is required by the body cells.
3. The glucose is then released into the bloodstream and is used for energy.

Explanation for the incorrect options:

Option A:

1. Oxytocin is the hormone produced by the posterior lobe of the pituitary.
2. It causes uterus contraction during childbirth and stimulates mammary glands to eject milk.

Option C:

1. Insulin is the hormone that functions mainly to reduce the level of glucose in the blood.
2. It covers excess glucose present in the blood thereby reducing blood glucose.

Option D:

Oestrogen is secreted by the adrenal cortex of the adrenal gland.

Final Answer: The hormone which coverts glycogen into glucose is Glucagon.